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| Program Evaluation Data Analyst | | | | | | | JOB TITLE: Program Evaluation Data Analyst, Chicago Public Schools REPORTS TO: Director of Program Evaluation , Office of Research, Evaluation and Accountability, (for more info contact: Bret Feranchak, bferanchak@cps.k12.il.us, 773-553-2497) DATE: August, 2006 JOB SUMMARY: Assist the Chicago Public Schools’ (CPS) Department of Program Evaluation in its evaluation efforts concerning K-12 school reform efforts. This position involves assisting in planning and conducting program evaluations in various educational areas including math, science, literacy, transitional programs, after school programs, etc. Provide technical support for internal program staff in formative evaluation activities. JOB FUNCTIONS: -- Provide assistance in the design and planning of program evaluation, including outcomes-focused evaluation efforts. -- Conduct appropriate data analyses (quantitative and/or qualitative). -- Assist in modifying measurement tools (e.g., teacher and student surveys and classroom observations of instructional support). -- Oversight of program data gathering processes, which may include offsite distribution and collection. -- Assist in preparing written reports and/or short study-briefs for non-research audiences. -- Dissemination of research results, both written and orally, through reports, publications, and presentations including those at professional conferences. -- Coach internal program staff on evaluation activities as needed. -- Review of relevant literature. -- Work with external consultants on ad hoc evaluation efforts/projects. QUALIFICATIONS: -- Master’s degree in statistics, program evaluation, social psychology, social science, or equivalent field with an emphasis on applied research design and quantitative statistical analyses. -- Background/work experience in program evaluation and/or policy analysis; research design and quantitative statistical analyses; knowledge of educational research and urban educational systems beneficial. -- Ability to conduct multiple projects concurrently, both independently and as a member of a team. -- Ability to communicate research findings, both written and orally, to a broad range of audiences including funders, policy makers, academics, and internal management, and staff. -- Proficiency in SAS and/or SPSS, Microsoft Office Suite required. -- Excellent communication and teamwork skills essential.
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